Sean Dyche has received valuable tools to continue Everton’s development after a promising end to last season.
Despite a challenging 2023/24 campaign, the way the Toffees finished the term provides reasons for optimism.
Jake O’Brien has recently joined the club, following the loan signing of Jesper Lindstrom from Napoli. Off the pitch, Everton has faced issues with an ongoing takeover saga.
However, the club could acquire significant experience in a player now valued at just a quarter of his price four years ago.
Everton is eyeing a midfielder from a Champions League club. This summer’s major business move saw Everton losing a player, as Amadou Onana was sold to Aston Villa for £50m. This leaves a substantial gap in the squad that needs filling.
The Blues have already signed Tim Iroegbunam from Villa, but it remains to be seen if he can adequately replace Onana.
According to Goal, Juventus is willing to entertain offers around €15m (£12.5m) for Arthur Melo. Everton has shortlisted Arthur as a potential target for Dyche.
With Thiago Motta as the newly-appointed manager in Turin, there will be casualties as he reshapes his inherited squad. Federico Chiesa and Arthur are among those not in Motta’s plans.
Juventus purchased Arthur from Barcelona in 2020 for €72m (£61m). Despite this, Arthur Melo could now provide Everton with extensive experience for a fraction of that price.
Any move to Goodison Park would likely bring up memories of his brief stint at Liverpool, where he played just 13 minutes due to injury. However, he had a productive 2023/24 season on loan at Fiorentina, making 48 appearances.
Arthur Melo, praised as ‘exceptional’ by Andreas Iniesta, has won multiple honors with Barcelona and Juventus.
At 27, he remains at a good age and could be available for just over £10m, offering Everton a potentially valuable addition to their squad.
